Melissa Bopp

Melissa Bopp

The Penn State Kinesiology Club, with the support of faculty members in the Department of Kinesiology, will hold its second annual Exercise is Medicine event during the week of Oct. 14 to 17. The event will consist of campus-wide activities that will encourage Penn State students, and the entire campus community, to "get moving" so they can enjoy a healthier, more physically active lifestyle.

People who walk or bike to work are likely to influence their co-workers and partners to do the same, according to health researchers. "Social influences are important, specifically interpersonal influences, such as spouses and co-workers," said Melissa Bopp, assistant professor of kinesiology, Penn State.